Rochester MN Guide to November Events

The chill is here to stay friends! Let’s embrace it! Check out all of the exciting opportunities to enjoy our city during the month of November below. There are even a few holiday events that will get us all in the spirit of the season! Be sure to check out our upcoming Rochester MN moms Blog events too! We have some great things planned for you!

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November 26 – 30

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Tuesday December 5th

Give Joy | RMMB + Ronald McDonald House

Saturday December 9th

Join us for our first Donuts with the REAL Santa! That’s right folks…we’re excited to host a special event with Rochester’s very own REAL Santa. Join us for donuts, activities, the Star Fairy, singing, story-time, a professional picture, more donuts and of course, Santa!

There will be two sessions to choose from: 9 AM – 10:30 AM and 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Come and have your picture taken with Santa and avoid the long lines at the mall…all while enjoying a fun morning with your family! We’ll be releasing details throughout the fall…be sure to follow along on our event page to stay up-to-date on all the fun details!

Thanks to our Title Sponsors Allegro School of Dance and Music-Rochester, MN and 125 LIVE for their partnership in bringing you this very special event!

Address: 125 Live, 125 Elton Hills Dr NW, Rochester, 55901

Time: 9:00am-10:30am OR 10:30am-12:00pm

Cost: Ticket prices to be announced soon!

Friday November 3rd

Tiny Tunes is an early childhood music class for children (ages 5 and under) and their caregivers. Classes are designed to address skills such as fine and gross motor movement, language skills, social skills, and bonding and with caregivers through music! Classes encourage kids and their caregivers to move, sing, explore, play music and have fun together. Classes are led by a board-certified music therapist

Classes are three Fridays in November (3, 10, and 24) from 10:30-11am. A caregiver must attend with a child.

Address: Olmsted County Fairgrounds: Graham Park, Building 31 and 35

Time:9:000am-12:00pm

Cost: FREE

Come learn about this joyful Mexican holiday that celebrates the lives of the departed. Create a calaveras mask, make tissue paper marigolds and add memories of your ancestors to the community memory board.

Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm

Bring the entire family out for a closer look at the majestic Plains Bison. You’ll learn interesting facts about these marvelous creatures and get a closeup look as they are fed. A short hike is involved and accommodations can be made for folks needing to drive to the bison pen.

Address: 5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron, MN 55920

Time: 1:00pm

Cost: FREE

Brrr…it’s time for mittens, hats and coats to keep us warm. But, what do animals wear to keep them warm as colder temperatures roll in? Fur, feathers, and scales are natures way of keeping things toasty. Join us to learn how animals are naturally prepared for winter.

Address: 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, 55906

Time: 10:00am-11:00am

Have fun at a hands-on workshop where you and your child can build a custom wooden humvee to honor all those that have served our country. Once the humvee is built, your child can decorate it with paint and stickers. All kids get to keep their project, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin.

Address: 3050 41st St NW, Rochester, 55901

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Cost: FREE

Sunday November 5th

Come learn about this joyful Mexican holiday that celebrates the lives of the departed. Create a calaveras mask, make tissue paper marigolds and add memories of your ancestors to the community memory board.

Address: 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 6:30pm

Cost: FREE

Wednesday November 8th

Brrr…it’s time for mittens, hats and coats to keep us warm. But, what do animals wear to keep them warm as colder temperatures roll in? Fur, feathers, and scales are natures way of keeping things toasty. Join us to learn how animals are naturally prepared for winter.

Address: 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, 55906

Time: 10:00am-11:00am

Friday November 10th

Tiny Tunes is an early childhood music class for children (ages 5 and under) and their caregivers. Classes are designed to address skills such as fine and gross motor movement, language skills, social skills, and bonding and with caregivers through music! Classes encourage kids and their caregivers to move, sing, explore, play music and have fun together. Classes are led by a board-certified music therapist

Classes are three Fridays in November (3, 10, and 24) from 10:30-11am. A caregiver must attend with a child.

Address: 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 10:30am

Cost: FREE

A short hike over to the elk and deer pens will allow participants to get a closer look at these spectacular creatures. Learn more about antlers, deer and elk behavior, and see them eat! (Accommodations CAN be made for non-hikers, seniors, etc.)

Address: 5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron, MN 55920

Time: 11:00am

Cost: FREE

Join the Star Fairy, Conductor and our Hot Chocolate Waiters on a magical journey. Allegro is excited to treat you to a ride on the Polar Express. Reserve your ticket today as limited seating is available.

Join the hosts and producers of MPR’s Brains On! podcast as they test your ears with mystery sounds, stage a family-friendly science demonstration, and answer all your questions about this award-winning science podcast.

Address: 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, 55906

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm

Join the Star Fairy, Conductor and our Hot Chocolate Waiters on a magical journey. Allegro is excited to treat you to a ride on the Polar Express. Reserve your ticket today as limited seating is available.

Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm

Cost: Donations accepted

Friday November 17th

The 3rd Friday of every month is “Kids Night Out”! Starting at 5:30 you may leave your child or children for 2 1/2 hours of painting fun, games,
crafting and dinner. Children must be age 5 or older. The November theme is Mickey’s Birthday.

Address: 416 Crossroads Drive SW, Rochester, 55902

Time: 5:30pm-8:00pm

Join the Rochester Salvation Army Band, the Seeds of Wisdom Choir, and KTTC in celebrating the annual Lighting of the Sharing Tree. This year, the Sharing Tree will be placed in the Apachel Mall between Caribou Coffee and Herberger’s. Families are welcome to attend this event filled with Christmas carols and holiday cheer.

Address: Olmsted County Fairgrounds: Graham Park, Building 31 and 35

Time:9:000am-12:00pm

Cost: FREE

All aboard a magical train where a dancing conductor will lead your family on a holiday journey that will spark you to Believe! This preview performance will follow the Polar Express through a winter wonderland on its way to the North Pole.

Address: 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 6:30pm

Cost: FREE

Thursday November 23rd (Thanksgiving Day)

The 6th Rochester Family Gobble Wobble Race is designed to get the family moving before they gobble ’till they wobble! Most importantly, all proceeds will benefit the Salvation Army of Rochester in this season of giving.

Address: Autumn Ridge Church, 3611 Salem Rd SW, Rochester, 55902

Time: 7:00am

Cost: $5.00, price increases after November 1st, donations accepted for the Salvation Army of Rochester

Time: 7:30am

Cost: $37.00, price increase Wednesday November 8th

Friday November 24th

Ring in the holiday season at the 32nd annual Festival of Trees – A Celebration of Giving. The Festival of Trees has something for everyone! Be dazzled by a beautiful display of decorated trees, enjoy entertainment, visit the Gift Thyme Shoppe, have a tasty treat from the Holiday Cafe, get your picture taken with Santa, bid on silent auction items, and much more!

Address: Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 11:00am

Cost:

Tiny Tunes is an early childhood music class for children (ages 5 and under) and their caregivers. Classes are designed to address skills such as fine and gross motor movement, language skills, social skills, and bonding and with caregivers through music! Classes encourage kids and their caregivers to move, sing, explore, play music and have fun together. Classes are led by a board-certified music therapist

Classes are three Fridays in November (3, 10, and 24) from 10:30-11am. A caregiver must attend with a child.

Address: 5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron, MN 55920

Time: 1:00pm

Cost: FREE

Ring in the holiday season at the 32nd annual Festival of Trees – A Celebration of Giving. The Festival of Trees has something for everyone! Be dazzled by a beautiful display of decorated trees, enjoy entertainment, visit the Gift Thyme Shoppe, have a tasty treat from the Holiday Cafe, get your picture taken with Santa, bid on silent auction items, and much more!

Address: Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 11:00am

Cost:

Celebrate this Christmas with the experience taking North America by storm! Marking the 25th Anniversary Tour, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker features over-the-top production and world class Russian artists. Larger than life Puppets, Nesting Dolls and gloriously hand-crafted costumes bring the Christmas spirit to life.

Address: 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, 55906

Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm

Ring in the holiday season at the 32nd annual Festival of Trees – A Celebration of Giving. The Festival of Trees has something for everyone! Be dazzled by a beautiful display of decorated trees, enjoy entertainment, visit the Gift Thyme Shoppe, have a tasty treat from the Holiday Cafe, get your picture taken with Santa, bid on silent auction items, and much more!

Address: Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 11:00am

Cost:

Monday November 27th

Kids are invited to practice reading aloud for 15 minutes with a certified therapy animal. For a positive reading experience, only the child should attend. Caregivers are asked to remain in the library. No pre-registration. In person registration will begin 30 minutes prior to the event.

Address: 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 6:30pm

Cost: FREE

For Moms

Thursday November 2nd

Join your friends to celebrate creative inspiration of area executive chefs in the culinary arts and support the
vision of the Minnesota Children’s Museum Rochester for this adults only event, because Kids play more, Adults do too!

Address: 4731 Highway 247 NE, Elgin, 55932

Time: 9:00am-5:00pm

Cost: FREE admission

Monday November 6th

Come for a guided “Happy Fall Y’All” painting class with the staff! A local artist will guide the group step-by-step through the featured painting and our staff will be around throughout the 3-hour painting class for one-on-one assistance as well.

Enjoy some liquid courage while painting from the selection of wine (by the bottle or by the glass), beer and non-alcoholic drinks.
Food and beverages are available for purchase from our hosting restaurant and can be enjoyed before or during class!

Address: 1923 2nd St SW, Rochester, 55902

Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm

Cost: FREE admission

Saturday November 11th

Creating Hope 4 Cambodia (CH4C) is a ministry designed to support ministries affected by the sex trade in Cambodia. Our yearly craft sale fundraiser supports ministries related to those affected by the sex trade in Cambodia. Many children in Cambodia quit school after 5th grade and begin to work to support their families. Uneducated children are preyed upon by sex traffickers. We partner with these ministries to give Cambodian children hope for a future by keeping them in school instead of a brothel. Items for sale include handcrafted items like jewelry, accessories, home décor, food mixes, knitted/crocheted projects, t-shirts, and more. The sale is open to the public.

Address: Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, 55904

Time: 8:ooam-4:00pm

Cost: FREE admission

Saturday November 25th

A new complimentary shuttle from Rochester to 50th & France in Edina for a day of shopping, dining and exploring the charming area from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 25. Star Transportation will provide a complimentary ride back and forth, so guests can enjoy all that 50th & France has to offer. 50th & France has 175 shops including unique apparel and gift boutiques, 20 restaurants and cafes, a variety of salon/spa services, an art-house movie theater and more.

The 50th & France area also has festive activities happening on Nov. 25 including a Winter Market featuring local artisans and the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Winter Market from 1-5 p.m. in Edina 5-0 Mall (between Title Nine and Annika Bridal) – Local artisans featuring host/hostess themed gifts so you can go to your holiday parties with a unique, fun gift! The theme on Nov. 25 is Secret Santa Gifts!

Address: 1001 6th St NW, Rochester, 55901

Time: 11:00am-4:00pm

Cost: FREE admission

Monday November 27th

Come for a guided “Minnesota” painting class with the staff! A local artist will guide the group step-by-step through the featured painting and our staff will be around throughout the 3-hour painting class for one-on-one assistance as well.

Enjoy some liquid courage while painting from the selection of wine (by the bottle or by the glass), beer and non-alcoholic drinks.
Food and beverages are available for purchase from our hosting restaurant and can be enjoyed before or during class!

Address: 1001 6th St NW, Rochester, 55901

Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Cost: FREE

Thursday November 30th

A Motown Christmas is a powerful show blending Motown’s greatest hits with everyone’s favorite holiday classics. The show features their trademark dazzling choreography and unforgettable harmonies all performed in that memorable, soulful Motown style.

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